Tour de France Femmes 2025: stage nine concludes in the mountains at Châtel – live

The Tour de France Femmes 2025 is reaching its climax, with stage nine concluding in the mountains at Châtel. The stage, covering 124.1km from Praz-sur-Arly to Châtel, is expected to be a crucial one for the battle of the yellow jersey. The stage features several challenging climbs, including the Côte Arâches-la-Frasse (6.2km at 7.1%), the Joux Plane (11.6km at 8.5%), and the Col du Corbier (5.9km at 8.5%). The final climb towards the finish at Pré la Joux is particularly steep, passing through Châtel on the leg-breaking Route de la Bechigne. According to the race director, Marion Rousse, this "100% Haute-Savoie" finale offers a good opportunity for riders who are behind in the standings to try to turn things around and make a push for the yellow jersey. The article provides a concise overview of the stage, highlighting the key details and challenges that the riders will face. It sets the stage for an exciting conclusion to the Tour de France Femmes 2025.